Tiny Tomato Salad with Pomegranate
A vibrant mini tomato salad made with the world’s tiniest tomatoes, arugula (rocket leaves), pomegranate jewels, and micro herbs. A refreshing no-cook summer salad ready in 10 minutes with sweet, tangy dressing and incredible texture.
Servings 4 people
Calories 114kcal
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 punnets Tomberry tomato (375g)
- 60 g arugula (rocket leaves)
- 1 pomegranate
- 2 tbsp red shiso leaves
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Salad Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp allspice
Instructions
Salad
- Wash and pat dry the Tomberry tomatoes and arugula (rocket leaves).
- De-seed the pomegranate.
- Pick the leaves or cut off from the stem of the red shiso to yield 2 tbsp.
Salad Dressing
- Mix all the ingredients together and shake or whisk until well combined.
Assembly
- Place all the salad ingredients in a mixing bowl and pour dressing in. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss until well combined. Place onto a serving platter.
- Add some extra red shiso leaves on top as garnish.
- Serve.
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Notes
- If Tomberry tomatoes is not available, get a medley of cherry tomatoes of different colours and varieties. Cut into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Cut some lengthways and some crossways for a bit of aesthetic difference.
- If you can’t procure allspice you can always make your own. Equal parts cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. A great way to use up all those spices sitting in your pantry.
- If micro herbs are not available, use snow pea sprouts or any herbs you fancy. Try oregano, parsley, coriander or tarragon.
- Handle tiny tomatoes gently: They burst easily, so mix the salad slowly to preserve their shape.
- Dry arugula (rocket leaves) well: Excess moisture can thin the dressing, so pat the leaves dry for better flavour absorption.
- Use fresh pomegranate: It adds far more crunch and vibrancy compared to pre-packaged seeds.
Nutrition
Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg